THE MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGE LESSON IN A HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION

Abstract

Nowadays, the requirements for higher education in general and foreign language education in particular have significantly increased. Modern foreign language teaching methodology requires a new approach to the process of conducting lessons in a higher education institution. Optimization of the learning process primarily involves the use of innovative technologies, effective teaching methods and the development of universal learning activities. The research subject is a modern foreign language lesson in a higher education institution. The article analyzes the content and the process of conducting a foreign language lesson. In addition, the focus is made on various classifications, types and characteristics of foreign language lessons in a higher education institution. The author also considers non-standard forms of lessons (for example, contests, excursions, role-plays, discussions, etc.) and the possibilities of using them in the process of teaching. Non-standard forms of English lessons can be conducted using information and communication technologies which are considered to be an important feature of the modern foreign language lesson in a higher education institution.